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This January transfer market is typically a period of feverish speculation and possible major deals. Several prominent stars find themselves linked with moves out of their present teams. This article explores a selection of the top figures that might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, reports suggest an important move is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a sizeable release clause active for a two-week window in early January. Latest developments suggest Manchester City have emerged as his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his contract set to run out in the close season, this represents the London club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, such as City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has found first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has started only a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the manager Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit looks highly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of being in the national World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented player has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is widely tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.